Classroom Teacher / Science

Job Description:

A vacancy exists for a Science Teacher to work within the Office of Student Services at the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit. The Science Teacher provides instruction to high school level students to develop the students' capabilities to the fullest. This classroom is located at the MCIU's South East Youth Development Center, located at 1200 Mokychic Rd. Collegeville, PA 19426, on the grounds of the SCI Phoenix Correctional Facility.

Qualifications:

• Valid PA Certification in General Science (7-12) required

• Valid PA certification in Special Education (PK-12 or 7-12) preferred

• Ability to work as a member of a team.

• Must be courteous and able to deal effectively with people.

• Must be cooperative, congenial, and self-motivated.

• Ability to work in an environment that could involve physically aggressive students.

• Ability to complete task and run a classroom with minimal supervision.

• Original certificates of clearance from the State Police, Child Abuse Registry, and PDE FBI.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide an appropriate program of education and training for the student.

• Utilize the abilities, skills and talents of all members of team to the fullest in educating the students.

• Administer individual diagnostic tests to assess the students' educational achievement.

• Utilize cumulative records on each child to assist in planning teaching stratagem.

• Participate in mental health student group discussion, where required as part of the educational program.

• Provide classroom management based on principles of child development and behavior modification techniques.

• Submit quarterly student progress reports to parent and district of residence administrator.

• Work effectively with the all members of the multi-disciplinary team.

• Develop professional relationships and a supportive climate which facilitates mainstreaming the student.

• Make referrals through supervisor for ancillary services including testing.

• Keep up to date attendance records and child tracking data on each enrolled student.

• Assume additional duties as assigned by program supervisor.

Location:

This classroom is located at the MCIU's South East Youth Development Center, located at 1200 Mokychic Rd. Collegeville, PA 19426, on the grounds of the SCI Phoenix Correctional Facility.

Work Schedule:

7.5 hours/day, 11 months (194 days/year)

This position follows a modified 11 month schedule which includes some Fridays off during the school year.

2024-2025 Salary:

Bachelor's, Step 1: $52,572/year

Master's, Step 1: $63,582/year

Master's+30, Step 1: $70,570/year

• Placement on salary schedule based on experience and/or education beyond the Master's Degree.

About Us:

The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit, a regional educational service agency, provides dynamic, visionary leadership and effective, efficient services for constituent school districts, schools and students.

Why Should You Apply?

The MCIU offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify. This may include

• Health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, prescription, vision, and life insurance.

• Tuition reimbursement.

• Eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.

• Participation in PSERS (Public School Employees' Retirement System).

• Paid time off benefits.

How to Apply:

Applications can be submitted online at www.mciu.org/jobs (Job ID: 1301). Please contact the Human Resources Office at jobs@mciu.org or 610-755-9307 if you have any questions or need assistance. You can also visit us at www.mciu.org.